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Canada in the 12th Century film image; knights in armour in an outdoor arena

Canada in the 12th Century

BC Premiere

Two Canadas from the 12th century: one real, one imaginary.

Director
Credits
Country of Origin

Canada

Year

2025

Language

No Dialogue

Links
18+
10 min
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Credits & Director

Cinematography

Mave Ky

Original Music

Mave Ky, Evan MacDonald

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Jack Parker

Jack Parker is a filmmaker from Calgary, Alberta. He makes fiction and non-fiction films on 16mm. His work has screened nationally including the Vancouver International Film Festival, WNDX, Kasseler Dokfest, and CBC Gem.

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